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Smokey Robinson has filed a defamation lawsuit against four former housekeepers who accused him of rape. The 85-year-old singer and his wife, Frances, claim the allegations are part of an extortion scheme. The women are seeking $50 million, while law enforcement confirms a criminal investigation is underway.

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Markets reacted sharply Friday after President Donald Trump accused China of violating its trade pact and a federal court ruling on tariffs was temporarily paused. Stocks dropped, inflation data cooled, and consumer spending weakened — all adding to investor uncertainty.

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In April 2025, pending home sales decreased by 6.3%, reflecting the ongoing challenges homebuyers face due to elevated mortgage rates and high home prices.

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Pastor Jamal Bryant, known for leading a boycott against Target over diversity rollbacks, now calls for an electronic protest targeting Dollar General’s similar actions.

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New figures from the Ludwig Institute for Shared Economic Prosperity (LISEP) show a bleaker picture of the U.S. economy than federal reports indicate. True Weekly Earnings are down and the real cost of living is soaring — contradicting headline unemployment stats.

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A panel of judges from the U.S. Court of International Trade has invalidated emergency tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, ruling they overstepped his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The court also blocked surcharges on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico.

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President Donald Trump granted pardons and commutations to more than two dozen individuals, including political donors, a gang leader, and celebrities — many of whom were vocal supporters. With Alice Johnson advising on recipients and Justice Department review sidelined, critics say these clemencies prioritize loyalty over justice.

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A federal judge has given Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) access to sensitive Treasury payment systems, reversing a previous block. The decision follows a new vetting process and training rules. Meanwhile, Democratic attorneys general secured protections for key federal programs amid DOGE’s controversial actions.

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The latest USA Wealth Report finds the United States now holds 34% of global liquid wealth and houses 37% of the world’s millionaires. With cities like Dallas and Miami showing explosive growth, what does this mean for the future of wealth distribution?

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The State Department has paused new student visa interviews to implement expanded social media vetting, leaving many international students in limbo and U.S. campuses at risk. We explore the policy shift, its legal backlash, and what it means for the future of immigration.

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